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Tours/Playa Flamingo/Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates

Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates

5.0(76)Playa Flamingo1h 30min
VIATOR4.3(3)TRIPADVISOR5.0(73)
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
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Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates
Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates

At a glance

Duration
1h 30min
Price from
$65 / person
Location
Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 76 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
YouAreCostaRica

Description

Unlike large surf schools, our Private Group Surf Lesson offers a personal and authentic surfing experience in Playa Grande. Your lesson is exclusively for your group, so you can learn and enjoy the ocean together without being combined with other travelers. Our experienced local surf instructors adapt the lesson to each participant’s age, confidence, and surfing ability, making it ideal for couples, families, friends, and first-time surfers. We keep our instructor-to-student ratio small — up to 3 adults or 2 children per instructor — providing more individual attention, hands-on guidance, and a strong focus on safety. More than simply standing up on a surfboard, we want you to understand the ocean, build confidence, learn proper surfing techniques, and experience the surf culture of Playa Grande with people who know and love this beach. Come catch your first waves — or improve your skills — and create an unforgettable experience together in Costa Rica.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
12:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 4:00 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 21
Adult (ages 11–80)
$65
Child (ages 6–10)
$55

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:19 PM in the coming weeks.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 20.

Tour Options

Private Surfing Lesson

Personal Surf Lessons

What's included

Included
Bathrooms, lockers and showers
Surfboard, rash guard t-shirt
Not included
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase) $30 extra
Private transportation

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
76 reviews
5
75
4
0
3
1
2
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1
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How it compares in Playa Flamingo

  • No. 30 by number of reviews among 576 tours in Playa Flamingo
  • Starting price $65 is 35% above the typical $48 for tours of similar length in Playa Flamingo

Excurgo comparison of 576 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates lasts about 1h 30min.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $65 per person for this Playa Flamingo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does this tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 12:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 4:00 PM.

How much does this tour cost for children?

Children aged 6–10 pay from $55, adults from $65.

Can I cancel this tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is this tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 76 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by YouAreCostaRica.

Reviews(76)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

T
Trevor_C
September 8, 2026 · via Viator
Not a good experience...

Not a good experience overall - Viator charged us the the surf place contacted us and said we had to pay more in order to get the lesson. I couldn't cancel it either.

Operator response

Hi Trevor, Thank you for sharing the waves with us. I want to clarify a small misunderstanding. On the Viator page, it clearly states that the minimum for a class is two people. In your case, you made the reservation for just one person, which meant you had a private lesson with the instructor, focusing solely on you. That's why the lesson price varies, and you were asked to pay the difference at the venue. I appreciate your understanding and encourage you to review the information provided for future bookings. We hope to see you back in the water soon! Pura vida, Mariana

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P221BXjuliac
June 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best surf camp 🤙

We had such an amazing experience at this week’s surf camp with Marcos and his team! My 6-year-old son joined the camp on his own, so naturally he was a little nervous, but he was welcomed with so much kindness, encouragement, and fun from the coaches right from the start. It was an awesome week of surfing and skating, with a great group of kids of all ages. The coaches made sure every kid got plenty of 1:1 time in the water, which was incredible to see. They strike the perfect balance between keeping things fun and relaxed while also helping the kids build confidence, learn new skills, and stay safe. My son came home every day excited, proud of himself, and eager to go back, so we will definitely be back:) We highly recommend Marcos and his team! 🌊🤙

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David G
June 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A++ surf lessons for kids and adults

Our family has used this group for the last two years—lessons for both adults and kids, camps, the works! Highly recommended and very reputable.

D
D1694XTashleyt
June 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent

You are Costa Rica is amazing. My kids attend the surf club year round and the surf camp in the summer. They love all the teachers and have become braver on the water and have grown as surfers.

1
171trenap
April 7, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend, great for us beginners

We had surf instructor Bryan, and he was so good with my two boys and I; all beginners. We all had a blast and if you’ve ever felt like you can’t surf, take a private lesson with thes guys and prove yourself wrong. Pura Vida 🤍

L
LG2007
January 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Surfing in Playa Grande

Our family received private surfing instruction. Brian made sure each family member understood all the safety rules and how to get up the board. Within 2 tries, we were all surfing. It was so much fun!

4
457rikkip
July 16, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience surfing with Marcos!

My husband and I were pointed to Marcos by our Airbnb host, and we had an amazing time! Marcos taught us the basics and safety and quickly got us out in the water. We successfully road a few waves to the shore and just had a blast. Highly recommend!

7
751geoffl
April 29, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing surf lessons

My family had surf lessons from Marco and Brian. They had an amazing time. They helped everyone “get up” on their boards multiple times and were fun and patient. I would highly recommend them!

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O7622VPtroyc
April 20, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience - surfing a must

They views and the beach are unbelievable. My 13 year old son and I took surf lessons with Marcos who was absolutely fantastic. My son picked it up right away. Planning to come back again.

M
Mark W
March 23, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Family surf lessons

We had a great experience! There seemed to be a disconnect between the tour company and TripAdvisor when we first arrived they did not know we were going to be there. Kyressa (hopefully the spelling is close) was wonderful though. She apologized and went right to work getting a tour guide scheduled and offered us several different options to make up for the confusion. We chose to spend the morning on the beach and do the surf lessons in the afternoon instead. Kyreesa provided us with free chairs, umbrella, and wake boards to make sure we enjoyed our morning. The lesson itself was awesome! Erickson was great with the kids and had us all up on boards including me in the first 15 minutes and I am old and overweight. He was also very safety conscious and even shared some of his own personal zinc barrier sunscreen when he saw ours wasn’t cutting it. The kids loved the lesson and I would highly recommend it.

$65/ person
5.0(76)
Duration1h 30min
LanguagesEN, ES
ConfirmationInstant
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